Senior Transmission Siting & Permitting Project Lead

WSP in the U.S.; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Competitive compensation

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Lead Transmission Siting and Permitting Project Manager for offices in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, or Maryland to support electric transmission, substations, and renewable energy projects within the Earth & Environment Team. The role blends hands-on technical work with project leadership and client interaction.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of experience in environmental permitting and planning, with strong leadership, communication, and proposal development skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental studies, biology, natural sciences or ecology, environmental planning, environmental science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 10+ years of experience managing environmental permitting and planning projects for energy‑related infrastructure
• Ability to work independently while providing leadership and guidance to project teams
• Strong leadership and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively and professionally with clients, agencies, and colleagues at all levels
• Experience preparing proposals, presentations, and project pricing structures
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including defining and managing client requirements and expectations
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information and reach sound technical conclusions
• Proven commitment to workplace safety and compliance with WSP’s health, safety, and conduct policies
• Flexibility to meet changing business needs and willingness to travel occasionally based on project requirements

Responsibilities

• Serve as siting and environmental permitting subject matter expert for electric transmission, substations, and renewable energy projects
• Manage and direct routing and siting studies, analyses, and associated technical reports
• Provide technical oversight for environmental permitting and planning activities across multiple project phases
• Develop strategies for public involvement programs, including participation in open houses, public meetings, and public hearings
• Apply critical thinking and professional judgment to evaluate field observations, technical data, and regulatory requirements to develop defensible solutions
• Maintain familiarity with applicable state and regional regulatory frameworks, including coordination with state agency personnel and decision-makers
• Serve as Project Manager or Task Leader, managing multiple projects at different stages, sizes, and locations
• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams, which may include engineers, planners, environmental scientists, permitting specialists, attorneys, and real estate professionals
• Provide clear direction, oversight, and support to team members to ensure high-quality, timely deliverables
• Mentor junior and mid-level staff, supporting their professional development and growth through coaching, review, and knowledge sharing
• Support business development efforts, including maintaining client relationships, contributing to proposal strategies, and leading proposal preparation and pricing
• Ensure adherence to quality standards, project budgets, schedules, and WSP policies and procedures
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making related to company resources, conduct, and client commitments, in alignment with WSP’s Code of Conduct

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Client communication

Proposal development

Team mentoring

Travel flexibility

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental fields

Master’s degree in environmental sciences

Tools

Project management software

Job description

WSP is seeking a Lead Transmission Siting and Permitting Project Manager for offices in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, or Maryland to support electric transmission, substations, and renewable energy projects within the Earth & Environment Team. The role blends hands-on technical work with project leadership and client interaction.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of experience in environmental permitting and planning, with strong leadership, communication, and proposal development skills.